How to care for a money tree in summer? Get the method right and the leaves will be glossy green with vigorous growth

In summer, the money tree (Pachira aquatica) sprouts new buds and new leaves, unlike other plants that may enter a dormant state. The money tree loves high temperatures, and this is exactly its season of vigorous growth. Improper care of the money tree in summer can easily cause the leaves to turn yellow and develop dry tips, and the leaves will be small and lack gloss. How do you care for a money tree in summer? Let's take a look!

How to care for a money tree in summer?

(1). In summer, the money tree has a high demand for water, so increase the amount and frequency of watering, but be careful that the potting soil does not become waterlogged. In addition to meeting the needs of the peak growing season, you also need to spray water frequently to lower the temperature and maintain a certain level of air humidity.

(2). You can place the money tree's pot inside a larger pot, add water to the outer pot, which can maintain high humidity, keep the potting soil continuously moist, and also help lower the temperature during the high heat of summer. This way the money tree grows more lushly, with dense branches and leaves.

(3). At this time the money tree has a high demand for nutrients, and sufficient nutrients can make the plant grow luxuriantly, so the money tree needs to be fertilized. Fertilize once every 1~2 weeks, mainly alternating between a quick-acting compound fertilizer based on nitrogen and a compound fertilizer with balanced nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium nutrients, to ensure the plant has sufficient nutrients, for better results.

(4). Using diluted fertilizer water, first water the roots of the money tree, then spray the leaves, and the leaves will grow a glossy green, and the plant will also grow taller.